Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> University Food Services

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

13 August 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

.8

Salary Grade

$26.65 - $26.97

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Hours of Work

30

Employee Group

CUPE 917 - Regular

of Hires Needed

1

Position Number

992018

Category

Purchasing

About this Opportunity

This position is subject to intermittent layoffs during holidays and reading breaks.

Requirements

Must be available to start early morning (6am).

Reliable transportation is essential due to limited public transit during early mornings.

Level 1 Food Safe required.

Job Summary

University Food Services (UNFS) is the primary provider of food and beverage services at the University of Victoria. UNFS provides meals to students, staff, faculty and external clients through several retail and residential dining venues as well as its catering division, Degrees Catering. UNFS currently operates retail venues across campus ranging from small grab and go cafés to high volume food court operations.

The Storekeeper – Foods performs ordering duties within the food services operations. This includes ensuring the proper items are ordered, received in and stored according to established food services policies and procedures. This position also ensures the proper distribution of products to food services outlets.

Job Requirements

Experience:

- Minimum three years’ experience in a high volume purchasing and receiving environment is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specialized Knowledge/Education:





- Completion of Grade 12.
- Valid Food Safe Level l Certification.
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with a driving abstract.

Skills/Abilities:

- Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work safely and follow health and safety procedures as established by UNFS policy.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Basic math comprehension skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and service-oriented attitude.
- Excellent customer service skills and knowledge of food service principles.
- Ability to work independently and within a team workplace.
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite Applications, including Excel and Outlook, and with the ability to perform confidently within suppliers’ web-based platforms.
- Ability to stand for extended periods; perform frequent bending, reaching, and twisting; repeatedly lift 10–20kgs, lift to 25kg and push or pull up to 25kg..

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [email protected] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

📌 Storekeeper - Foods.21) (Victoria)
🏢 University of Victoria
📍 Victoria